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Książ Castle

Wałbrzych, Poland

History

One of the largest castles in Poland, perched above a wooded gorge on the edge of Wałbrzych, with terraced gardens and wartime tunnels beneath. Use the paid car park near the entrance and walk a few minutes.

Nearest town
Wałbrzych, Poland
Category
History & culture
GPS
50.8425, 16.2919
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Poland: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Some motorway sections are tolled; pay with the e-TOLL app. Motorway limit for cars: 140 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

All campsites in Poland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Książ Castle?

Książ Castle is in Wałbrzych, Poland, at GPS 50.8425, 16.2919. It is about 38 km from Karpacz.

Can you camp near Książ Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Czarci Jar, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 13 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Książ Castle?

Książ Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lower Silesia: Książ Castle, the Table Mountains and the skull chapel.

What is there to see near Książ Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Church of Peace in Świdnica (13 km), Adršpach Rock Town (28 km), Wang Stave Church (40 km) and Szczeliniec Wielki (40 km).

When is the best time to visit Książ Castle?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)